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Barnes: Questions need to be answered about rate increase

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Written by: Judy Barnes
Published: 09 July 2008
Ratepayers in Clearlake Oaks need to get answers about why the local water company faces bankruptcy without an immediate rate increase. Some interesting issues were recently raised by Bob and Judy Heeszel of Clearlake Oaks in a letter they wrote. It might be enlightening for those impacted to attend the next water board meeting on July 16 (meetings are the third Wednesday of each month at 3 p.m. at the water company office on Highway 20). These are open to the public and you can address issues of concern not on the agenda which are under the board’s jurisdiction.


The recent rate notice sent out to parcel owners in Clearlake Oaks states that any opposition to a rate increase must be in writing no later than Aug. 16 and that only affected parcel owners can protest (you must be the legal owner of the parcel and clearly identify yourself and your parcel – e.g. your name as it appears on the assessor’s rolls and the assessor parcel number should be included in your written protest). You also have to state which rate increase you are protesting (water, and/or wastewater [sewer]). If 51 percent of parcel owners don’t respond by Aug. 16, then the new rate can go into effect.


We may need a rate increase but it should be reasonable and based on a realistic budget and cost analysis that is clearly and simply explained to ratepayers. This is our water company. We do not want to be taken over by a private company. Please get involved! Attend the public meeting on Saturday, Aug. 16 at 7 p.m. at the Grange Hall on E. Highway 20 in Clearlake Oaks.


Judy Barnes lives in Clearlake Oaks.


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Fergusson: Disasters are going to happen

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Written by: Scott Fergusson
Published: 08 July 2008
Each year devastating disasters ravage our nation, leaving behind countless victims. Pre-disaster planning can have a dramatic impact on minimizing the tragedy and suffering, resulting in a more efficient and coordinated (non-panicked) response, and will save lives.


Now is the time to prepare for these conditions. Do not wait until it is too late. And, do not be fooled into thinking that only other people are affected. Remember tornadoes, blizzards, floods, earthquakes, fires and car wrecks, can be due to a large number of different reasons, how well you plan, prepare and respond to those situations will determine how well you and your family survive them.


Let's get prepared, people. Make sure you have life insurance, an emergency plan and the tools for the unforeseen event that may change your lives.


Scott Fergusson lives in Middletown.


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Fulton: Groups made July 4 festivities possible

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Written by: Melissa Fulton
Published: 07 July 2008
Thank you to all who participated in the Lakeport Annual Lighted Boat Parade. The First Place winners in each category are as follows: Youth, Sea Scout Ship Konocti Phoenix; Business, Ben Perry Remodeling; Family, Megs Happer and Steve Hibbert with a salute to George Washington; and Organization, Lakeport Sea Scout Ship Whisper.

 

The thousands along the shore of Lakeport, from Rumsey Bay to Willow Point Resort and points south, thoroughly enjoyed the parade as it passed in review.

 

The Lakeport Regional Chamber wishes to also extend thanks to the many people who donated to the fireworks “Add A Dollar” campaign to assist with paying for the fireworks display.


The following merchants generously accepted donations for the fireworks: Lakeview Market, Northshore Sentry Market, The Cottage, Renee's, Park Place, Bigg's 155, Linda's Hallmark, Cafe Victoria, Kelseyville Lumber, Piedmont Lumber, Shari's Secret Garden, The Kitchen Gallery, AGM Property Management and Bruno's Shop Smart.


Lakeport Regional Chamber Volunteer Bill Knoll delivered and picked up the donation containers for the campaign. Thanks to City of Light and Bicoastal Media for coordinating the music for the display; to the City of Lakeport Police and Public Works Departments for all their assistance. Our appreciation to the Lakeport Fire District as well.

 

It takes a great many people to present community programs without whom the Lakeport Regional Chamber could not continue these programs.

 

Melissa Fulton is chief executive officer of the Lakeport Regional Chamber of Commerce.


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Peters: Thanks to merchants for making fireworks possible

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Written by: Lori Peters
Published: 04 July 2008
The city of Clearlake will host the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m. Saturday, July 5, on the shore of Austin Park, Clearlake. Pyro Spectacular will be setting off the fireworks this year, paid for through the generous donations from Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce members.


Please be sure to shop and personally thank the following businesses for their support of this year's fireworks display.


2 Goomba's Deli

A&B Collision

Akeena Solar

AtH Computers

Bank of America

Beer Budget

Graphics

Best Western

Big O Tires

Big Panda

Brassfield Winery

Cactus Grill

Carl and Carol Webb

Casablanca's Coffee and Tea Bar

Chic le Chef

Chuck Leonard

City of Clearlake

Clearlake Automotive

Clearlake Bait and Tackle

Clearlake Dental

Clear Lake Observer

Clearlake Veterinary

Clifford Ruzicka Associates

Curt Giambruno, Dick and Kathy Freeborn

Lakeshore Lions Club

Lioness Club

Dragonfly Café and Deli

Edgewater Resort

Edmunds Bass Tournament Rental

Elegant Touch

Food's Etc.

Four Corners

From Me 2 U

Girlfriends

Gloria's Gift Gallery

Griffin's Furniture

Hardesters Market

Highland's Water

Hospice Services of Lake County

Kevin Ness Jewelers

Konoctees Silk Screen and Embroidery

Konocti Dance Academy

Lake County Manufactured Homes - Ken Celli

Lake Pharmacy

Lakeport Regional Chamber of Commerce

Lakeshore Bait and Tackle

Lakeshore Car Wash

Layne Paving and Trucking

Lions Club of Lake County

Main Street Cafe

Marlene Wentz Bookkeeping and Tax

Marvin Carpenter Insurance

Massage for Women by Annie Kaa

McClain Family

Parker Plastics

Penny Slaver

Perfect Printers

Perfect T's,

PineDell Resort

Prudential Realty

Record-Bee

Rite Aid

Safeway

Sandy's Rock Shop

Shannon Ridge Winery

Shelley's Graphics

Small Business Development Center

Sunset Fishing Resort

Terrell Cellars

Tulip Hill Winery

Twin Pines

Vist del Lago Resort

Water's Edge Dry Cleaners

Wendy Weiss Acupuncture

West Alert Security

WestAmerica Bank

Wild About Books


Lori Peters is executive director of the Clear Lake Chamber of Commerce.


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